DR. ARUN ATREY
Managing Director and CEO
Dr. Arun Atrey serves as the Managing Director and CEO of Zenex Animal Health India Private Limited. With an impressive 38 years of experience, including 36 years of dedicated service to the Zydus Cadila Group (Now Zydus Lifesciences), Dr. Atrey brings a wealth of expertise to his role. With a degree in Veterinary Science and a post graduate degree in business management (University Topper & Gold Medallist), his remarkable journey began in 1985 when he joined Cadila Veterinary as a Product Executive after a short stint in the FMCG industry. He was given the complete responsibility of building the animal health business of Cadila in1986 as its Business Head. He played a pivotal role in the joint venture between Zydus Cadila and Ambalal Sarabhai Enterprises Ltd. in 2000 and continued to lead the new JV as its COO and Whole -time Director.
Under Dr. Atrey’s leadership, Zydus Cadila achieved significant milestones – introducing numerous ground breaking veterinary products to the Indian market. These achievements led to Zydus Animal Health being recognised as the best Animal Health Company in India, the Middle East and Africa by Animal Pharm, UK in 2015, 2017 and 2018. In addition, the Company received prestigious awards such as ‘The Best Poultry Company Award’ in 2010 (IPJA) and 2014 (Poultry Fortune) , among others.
Dr. Arun Atrey actively engages in the Animal Health industry. He is a Founder Director and a Past President (2015-2017) of INFAH (Indian Federation of Animal Health Companies). He is also the Chairman of the ‘Therapeutic & Disinfectant Subcommittee’ of INFAH. His contributions to the industry have been recognised through honours and awards, including the ‘Best CEO in the Poultry Industry 2018 Award’ instituted by the Poultry Fortune Group. Dr. Atrey’s insights and expertise make him a sought-after speaker at industry forums, management and veterinary institutes. He is also a member of expert committee of IPC veterinary group.